Please join us for Open House!
Thursday, September 12, 2024
6:00-7:00 PM
CSS, KG, 2nd, & 4th
Thursday, September 19, 2024
6:00 - 7:00 PM
1st, 3rd, & 5th Open
Vaccine Consent Forms will be sent home this week or a copy can be downloaded from our website. Vaccine Consent Forms are due by 9/13/24.
We are excited to announce that applications are now open for our Girls Who Code Club, and we would love to invite all girls in K-5th grade to join us!
Why Join?
Empowerment through Coding: Our club aims to inspire and equip young girls with the skills and confidence to pursue their interests in technology and coding.
No Experience Needed: Whether your child is a beginner or has some experience, our club is open to all skill levels.
Fun and Engaging Meetings: We meet once a month on Tuesdays, providing a supportive and fun environment for learning and collaboration.
Important Details:
Application Deadline: September 13, 2024
Meeting Schedule: Once a month on Tuesdays
We believe that every girl has the potential to be a coder, and we are committed to fostering a love for technology in a positive and inclusive setting.
To apply: https://forms.office.com/r/YTXuvYENAj
Hey students! Are you interested in becoming a Minecraft Student Ambassador?
The program is designed to provide leadership and skill development opportunities for students as they train, support, and mentor fellow students and teachers with using Minecraft Education.
This is not just a club to play Minecraft. We're looking for passionate individuals who want to make an impact on their school community using technology. This club will meet in person once per month on Wednesdays for one hour after school.
After students have applied, teachers will review the list of students then select students who not only know how to play Minecraft, but also have strong leadership skills and are both willing/able to help other students and their teacher. Students who participated last year must re-apply. Unfortunately, due to the high amount of interest in this club, not all students will be selected.
If you're interested in being a part of this amazing club, please fill out the application! You can find it selecting the link below. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and are due September 11th so don't wait too long! No late applications will be accepted.
Apply today! Select the link below to apply now!
https://forms.office.com/r/W6jse8stFJ
Good Morning Loretto!
Please take a few moments and read over our September Parent Newsletter as there are many important dates to be aware of. If you have a specific question about the date, reach out to your teachers.
https://secure.smore.com/n/zhfxd
Use code Loretto10 to save 10% at PAPAJOHNS.com throughout the school year. Proceeds benefit the Loretto Media Center.
Congratulations to Mrs. Kim for being the recipient of the Back-to-School Teacher Impact Award!
This award comes from the Riverside Avondale Preservation and the RAM (Riverside Arts Market)
Congratulations to our Loretto Elementary 24-25 Teacher of the Year - Mrs. Niebauer!
Only 5 spots left for Girls on the Run!
Girls on the Run registration is open August 20-September 6.
Loretto Families,
Please join us Wednesday, August 28th from 6:00-7:00 in the Cafeteria for the PTA General Meeting.
See you there!
Hello Team Duval families,
We heard your feedback!
You said you wanted a seamless, streamlined communication experience. Everything in one place. We are excited to present the NEW Duval Schools app!
About the Duval Schools App
Through this easy-to-navigate app, you can:
• Receive a feed of regular district and school-level updates.
• Access the Parent Portal to see your child’s academic information.
• Communicate with teachers through a new two-way communication tool called Rooms!
This means that you will no longer need multiple tools to keep up with your students’ teachers. District updates, classroom updates, and parent-teacher communication will all exist within one tool. You will continue to receive phone calls, text messages, emails, and/or voice calls from the district and your students’ principals to ensure that no matter what type of communication you prefer, your needs are met.
About Rooms
Rooms is a two-way parent-teacher communication tool that is available in the new app. It will bring all classroom conversations into one place and will take the place of any other communication tool previously used by Duval County Public Schools. It also enables teachers to share classroom announcements and updates in a way that’s much simpler for families. Here are just a few Rooms features we think you’re going to love:
• Two-way messaging with parents, guardians, students, and staff in a monitored, secure space
• Teachers can share classroom announcements, activities, and send reminders about coursework to families
• Teachers can upload and store classroom materials
• Teachers can record student behavior and academic progress
• Automatic translation in your preferred language
How Do I Get Started?
Follow these three easy steps:
1. Delete the old Duval Schools app on your phone if you had one.
2. Download the new Duval Schools app.
3. Visit www.duvalschools.org/app for easy-to-use tutorials on how to navigate Rooms and the new app.
We look forward to a great school year!
Parents,
We'd like to thank our Faith Partner, Hopewell Church, for their continued support. As we get through the first few weeks of the year, I'd like to remind everyone of the following if you are using the Hopewell parking lot.
1. Upon entering Hopewell, parents are permitted to use the entire parking lot located in front of the church (on the left side upon entering).
2. The first three rows of parking from the "FENCE" are also designated for parent use (on the right side upon entering). Please leave the two rows of parking in front of the Hopewell Preschool reserved for Hopewell parents and staff only.
3. Additional parking is available at the rear of the church, but please be mindful not to occupy spaces designated for Hopewell parents and staff.
4. It is crucial to adhere to the speed limit in the parking lot as speeding poses a significant risk to children's safety.
5. We kindly ask that parents and students refrain from walking on the grass.
If you have questions, please feel free to reach out to our main office. Thank you!
Check out our Meet and Greet Schedule! We can't wait to see everyone!
Welcome back, Owl Families and welcome to our new communication platform! We look forward to connecting with you and sharing our journey this school year!
Good Afternoon Loretto Families,
Welcome Back! Please take a few minutes to read over our Back to School Parent Newsletter if you already have not! It is filled with lots of information and reminders. Our newsletter can be viewed via the link below:
https://secure.smore.com/n/az83q